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Post Doctoral Fellow / Post Msw Fellow: College Counseling at InsideHigherEd

InsideHigherEd Poughkeepsie, NY

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Post Doctoral Fellow / Post Msw Fellow: College CounselingR00032564Poughkeepsie, NYDepartmentCounseling ServicesJob FamilyAdministratorVassar College is deeply committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by promoting an environment of transparency and respect for differences. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who meet the qualifications of a posting. If you need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search process, please contact [email protected] DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Vassar College Counseling Service offers a 10-month Post-Doctoral or Post-MSW Fellowship in college counseling. This fellowship provides an opportunity to gain experience working with a diverse student population at Vassar College, a residential, coeducational liberal arts college in Dutchess County, NY. We are seeking a fellow who is committed to providing creative, collaborative, multi-cultural clinical service in a diverse college environment. The fellowship includes supervision and post-doctoral or post-msw hours that meet New York State licensure requirements, with both individual and group supervision provided by licensed psychologists and social workers on staff at the Counseling Service.This is a full-time position for 10 months, available August 15, 2026 through June 15, 2027. ResponsibilitiesThe fellow will build knowledge, sensitivity, and ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds. Under supervision, the fellow will gain experience in each of the following areas: Brief individual psychotherapy Group therapyIntake assessmentCase managementCrisis intervention and emergency servicesConsultationInclusive outreach programming. The Vassar College Counseling Service has a strong group therapy program, typically offering 8-10 groups per semester. The fellow will be expected to co-facilitate two therapy groups with staff. Some evening and weekend hours should be expected, especially involving crisis intervention and outreach activities.Required knowledge, skills and abilitiesCompletion (or expected prior to August 15, 2026) of a PhD, PsyD, or MSW degree.Professional interest in multi-culturalism and social justice, college counseling center work, and student development.To complete your application, you will be required to attach a letter of interest, current vita, and official graduate transcript or letter from PhD or MSW program (Word or PDF format required for all attachments)CompensationThe compensation for this position is $51,000 annually.To apply, visit https://vassar.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Vassar-External/job/Poughkeepsie-NY/Post-Doctoral-Fellow--College-Counseling_R00032564-1?jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c4fa7b8078820e&jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c4fed539988210&jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c506cf57a48214.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-e8a9cb16b61b7e42b83ad3d8ab744830

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